All Marks & Spencer articles – Page 111
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AnalysisPlan for overseas growth
Suppliers are an invaluable source of customer insight. Sarah Butler considers why retailers could benefit from their expertise – particularly when it comes to international success.
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NewsAsda records strong Christmas performance
Asda has recorded a surge in market share and value growth over Christmas, according to figures released by Nielsen.
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NewsStore stocks rise as retailers refocus
Store stocks were on the up over the week as food and general merchandisers rose with the market, although the former still lagged the All Share index while the latter outperformed.
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AnalysisMarks & Spencer Smart TV app
If retailers wanted to reach an audience of 20 million a few years ago, it would have been enough to run an advert during Coronation Street.
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NewsScottish Government sets out detail on 'supermarket tax'
The Scottish Government has revealed the proposed “supermarket tax” has been reduced, aiming to generate £15m less than originally planned.
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AnalysisIt’s a wrap: Christmas performance revealed
Christmas is over and many retailers’ hangovers were often less painful than anticipated, but was it really better than expected? Charlotte Hardie reports.
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Analysis10 ways to compete with Amazon
Amazon’s sales growth this week showed that the etailer continues to power on. It commands respect from retailers, but its relentless expansion also generates fear. We assess how retailers can best compete with the digital Goliath. Gemma Goldfingle and Alex Lawson report.
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OpinionForget trivia, focus on what matters
John Richards is a retail consultant for corporate finance advisor McQueen. Prior to that, he was a leading leading retail equity analyst, working for Deutsche Bank amongst others.
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OpinionVertical expansion increases margins
Michael Poynor is managing director of Retail Expertise where he consults with retailers on operational, strategic and financial projects.
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NewsM&S online customer feedback soars
Customer feedback submitted on Marks & Spencer’s website has surged after it incorporated new technology into its systems.
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NewsBlue Inc posts Christmas sales rise
Fashion retailer Blue Inc delivered strong Christmas sales, led by its eponymous chain.
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NewsSuperGroup sets trend to cut prices but not quality
Other retailers poised to follow SuperGroup’s ‘sensible’ lead with lower prices.
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OpinionHard work begins as retail fortunes diverge
One “dazzling” week’s trade in December gave the impression that retailers’ Christmases had all come at once.
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NewsFood retailers slide as sentiment worsens
As the Christmas trading statements started to come thick and fast, general retailers just about held their own against the market.
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NewsAsda outstrips rivals over festive period
A mix of advertising, promotions and vouchers brought success for Asda.
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AnalysisMargins: What do retailers need to know?
Many retailers started their Sales early during the Christmas period. What are the implications of discounting on retailers’ margins?
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NewsFood sales drive M&S Christmas performance as general merchandise suffers
Marks & Spencer has posted a strong food performance from its food arm over Christmas but general merchandise sales fell and margins were hit by promotions.
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NewsRetailers take longer to pay suppliers
Retailers including Marks & Spencer, Clinton Cards and Dixons have taken much longer to pay their suppliers over the last year.
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NewsOnline shopping spree leads to delivery chaos
A seasonal online shopping spree resulted in delivery logjam after leading courier company Yodel failed to cope with demand, but the carrier has insisted it has addressed the issue.
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NewsM&S extends opening times in run-up to Christmas
Marks & Spencer is to extend its opening hours from today until Christmas Eve with 242 of its stores across the UK and Ireland open until 10pm or later and 23 of these staying open until midnight.